Makahiki is Here

The Makahiki is one of the most important periods for our people, when the Makali'i or Pleiades rise in the horizon and the next crescent moon arrives, the New Year season starts. During this period, we thank Lono for his blessings and the Kanaka Maoli or hawaiians celebrate it. Warfare and labour are prohibited during these four months. People play games, attend religious ceremonies where animals are sacrificed and rulers are proven their worth. All the social classes have their tests done to them in some ways and succeeding not only bring personal glory, but also to their lineage.